We’re kicking off our exploration of craft whiskey with one of the greats - Dettling. Founded in early 2014 by Seth and Vicki Dettling, Big Escambia Spirits set out to build a family-owned distillery capable of challenging our favorite spirit categories with exceptional ingredients and processes.
At our first Craft Whiskey Collective event, we’ll be diving into two exceptional cask strength single barrel expressions from Dettling, both personally sent to us by Seth, giving everyone the rare chance to experience them firsthand. Additionally, Seth will be joining us through Zoom to talk about the bra’s history and to tell us more about these unique bottles!
We’ll be joined via Zoom by @lostandfound_bourbonbar, who personally selected the South Korea export barrel. He’ll share details about the selection process, how they got it exported overseas, and how Dettling is being received in the Korean market.
Additionally, Brown Water Basement will be joining us via Zoom to talk about their own Green Wax pick, giving us firsthand insight into what made this barrel special. As we taste each of these bottles, they’ll be sharing the stories behind them.
Brown Wax — South Korea Export-Only – 5-Year Single Barrel
The first bottle we’ll be tasting is truly a unique opportunity—a 5-year-old single barrel of Dettling Bourbon that was exclusively released for the South Korean market. This means it was never available for purchase in the U.S., making this a rare and exciting pour. With Dettling’s signature Alabama aging process, expect a bold and complex whiskey that showcases its dedication to quality and craftsmanship.
Green Wax – Brown Water Basement Pick — 4-Year Single Barrel
The second bottle is a 4-year-old single barrel, a pick selected by the well-regarded whiskey community Brown Water Basement. This pick highlights the depth of Dettling’s younger barrels, proving that even at four years old, their bourbon carries remarkable character. This will be a great opportunity to compare how just a year’s difference in aging impacts the flavor and complexity.
This tasting will be an exclusive look into Dettling’s single barrel program, so don’t miss the chance to experience these two unique expressions with us!
On top of these exclusive Dettling single barrels, we’ll also be bringing some special bottles from our personal collections to share with the group. This is a great chance to taste, discuss, and explore a variety of unique whiskeys together, making for an even richer experience. Whether you’re a seasoned whiskey enthusiast or just getting into craft spirits, this event will be all about community, conversation, and exceptional pours.
Don’t miss this opportunity to enjoy rare and hard-to-find bottles with fellow whiskey lovers—we can’t wait to share them with you!
